Zsofia Szendrei - Insect Management, Solutions for the EPA?
In August 2021, the EPA has released a proposed interim decision for three of the most commonly used neonicotinoid insecticides. This begins the process of proposing mitigation measures, such as annual application rate reductions and application timing restrictions under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. EPA is interested in finding ways, through discussions with stakeholders, to implement mitigation measures that further protect endangered and threatened species. This presentation will discuss potential implications and solutions for the Michigan Potato Industry.
Thursday, February 3rd
9:50am - 10:20am
About The Speaker
Dr. Zsofia Szendrei - Michigan State University
Dr. Zsofia Szendrei received her Ph.D. in entomology from Michigan State University in 2005. In 2009, she began her current position in the Entomology Department at Michigan State University, as the vegetable entomologist. She is now an associate professor with a 50% extension, 40% research, and 10% teaching appointment. Her lab focuses on the ecology and management of arthropods in vegetable production with research themes in pollination, chemical ecology, biological control, habitat management, and behavioral pest management. Since joining Michigan State University, she has advised over 10 M.S. and Ph.D. students, 5 postdocs, and has over 50 peer-reviewed publications that have been cited over 1,500 times. She also teaches a graduate course in "scientific communication" every fall.
